A textbook masterpiece of American hip hop.
The resurgence of soul sampling and a revolution in flow.
JAY-Z's lyrics pierce sharply over the beats produced by Kanye West and Just Blaze. This album symbolizes an era in which real street music and poetic expression coexist.
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15 TRACKS:
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1)
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The Ruler's Back
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2)
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Takeover
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3)
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Izzo (H.O.V.A.)
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4)
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Girls, Girls, Girls
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5)
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Jigga That Nigga
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6)
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U Don't Know
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7)
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Hola' Hovito
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8)
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Heart Of The City (Ain't No Love)
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9)
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Never Change
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10)
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Song Cry
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11)
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All I Need
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12)
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Renegade
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13)
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Blueprint (Momma Loves Me)
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14)
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Breathe Easy (Lyrical Exercise)
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15)
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Girls, Girls, Girls (Part 2)
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Executive-Producer - Damon Dash
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Executive-Producer - Shawn Carter
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Executive-Producer - Kareem "Biggs" Burke
